WHAT ARE APPRENTICESHIPS?

Apprenticeships are nationally recognised work based learning programmes specifically designed to meet the requirements of different occupations.

Apprenticeships are available in all occupational areas e.g. Administration, Engineering, Motor Vehicle etc.

APPRENTICESHIP LEVELS

There are three levels of apprenticeship:

Young Apprenticeship - aimed  at 14-16 year olds - duration two years leading to Level 2 NVQ

Apprenticeship - duration approximately 24 months, qualification Level NVQ 23 suitable for non-complex jobs

Advanced Apprenticeship - duration approximately 42 months, qualification levels NVQ 2 and NVQ 3 suitable for more complex jobs.

NATIONAL VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

What are they and what levels are available:

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ’s) are a set of work-based competencies which recognises an individual’s ability to carry out a particular job to national standards.

NVQ’s are vocational awards that are achieved through a combination of training and assessment.

INITIAL ASSESSMENT   

WHAT TO DO NEXT?

If you are interested in an apprenticeship in Engineering apply to:

Stockport Engineering Training Association Ltd

18 Hammond Avenue

Whitehill Industrial Estate

South Reddish

Stockport SK4 1PQ

Tel:       0161 480 9822

Fax:      0161 477 4720

Or email Julie Burns on jburns@setatraining.com

To enter an apprenticeship you will be required to undergo an initial assessment.  This consists of the following components:

• Application Form

• Aptitude Assessment – verbal, numerical and perception and mechanical comprehension

• Interview (SETA Staff)

• Company Interview